Would not comment

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motico

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I would like to know if the two sentences have the same meaning. Thanks!

The company refuses to comment on the rumors.
The company would not comment on the rumors.
 

bhaisahab

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I would like to know if the two sentences have the same meaning. Thanks!

The company refuses to comment on the rumours.
The company would not comment on the rumours.
Essentially, they mean the same.
 

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In AmE rumor is spelled without the u.
 
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